What's On West Yorkshire

An organic and self-sustaining plantswoman’s ½ acre garden on gently sloping site overlooking fields, woods and nature reserve opposite. Designed and maintained by owner.

Drop-in 10am - 5pm, Free Look out for our Explore & Draw stations in the galleries. Borrow looking tools, handling objects and drawing materials to explore the galleries and create your own artworks. For more information visit our website.

Celebrate St George’s Day with a cream tea in our lovely Morning Room served by the Friends of Tolson & Ravensknowle.

Step back to the 1640s with a weekend of living history in the Hall and gardens, including a military display, featuring the English Civil War Society’s ‘Colonel Robert Overton’s Regiment of Foote’. Supported by the Friends of Oakwell Hall.

Horsforth Art Society- SPRING ART, PRINT & CRAFT EXHIBITION. Weekend 10am -5pm, weekdays 1-3pm

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes to look after Nostell’s outdoor areas' Don your wellies and join the gardeners for hands-on activities through the seasons, from mulching veg beds and watering plants to leaf clearing.

Settle down with a hot cuppa and a gripping read in Nostell’s second-hand book shop. Open Tuesday - Sunday, 12 - 4pm from Saturday 14 April until Sunday 28 October 2018. You’ll find many titles to choose from at very reasonable prices.

Join the weekly junior parkrun, a timed 2km run for children aged 4 - 14. It’s open to all, free, safe and easy to take part in - what are you waiting for' Starting from the Stables the 2km course takes you up to Obelisk Lodge and back through Nostell’s woodland and rolling parkland.

Learn to sing in harmony in a friendly, supportive atmosphere at our FREE community singing workshop. Anyone, regardless of musical experience or ability, can expect an afternoon of fun and relaxed singing of music from around the world.

Acoustic singer-songwriter James Kirby is touring across the UK this spring. His blend of meaningful lyrics combined with his unique style of guitar playing has captivated audiences of all ages and sizes across the globe. This is an opportunity to see this technically brilliant performer up close ...

19 April - 28 July 2018 An exhibition celebrating the ten year anniversary of The Stanley & Audrey Burton Gallery From the quiet philanthropy of the Burton Family to the incisive vision of its Keeper, Dr Hilary Diaper, this exhibition celebrates the remarkable efforts to create a public space for the University

The second meeting of the season features the equine equivalent of the London Marathon. The Pontefract Marathon is the longest flat race handicap run in Britain! Did you know that Pontefract is also the longest continuous racing circuit in Europe?

Monday 12 March - Saturday 16 June 2018 Explore an overlooked area of the poet and playwright, Tony Harrison’s work. Tony Harrison is Britain’s leading poet-playwright. Over 50 years, he has been responsible for major innovations in theatrical practice.

Have an aspiring runner in your family aged 4-9' Come and join Ackworth Junior Runners for running fun and games on the vistas. Meeting every Monday, April - August, it’s the perfect way to get outdoors and active.

Come and see the best contemporary art being produced in the North of England in this major new exhibition. Open to all artists who were born, studied or reside in the region, the biennial New Light Prize Exhibition is the largest open prize dedicated to Northern art.

Join ride leaders from Wakefield District Cycle Forum for an easy bike ride exploring the parkland and beyond the Nostell estate. Following an experienced leader, you’ll meet new people, discover new cycle routes and explore the countryside.

Join the Nordic walking group every Tuesday for some exercise in the parkland to boost your fitness and your mood! Using the poles, you can tone the upper and lower body at the same time and burn nearly twice as many calories than ordinary walking.

Display on the Theme - Baltic Border Changes WW2 - by Rex Dixon FRPSL

Take a stroll with our head gardener and learn about the organic gardening principles that we use to keep the gardens looking at their best. The gardens are beginning to look at their best at this time of year, making it the perfect time to take a stroll and see their explosions of colour.

Are you looking for some expert help conserving your personal archive? This bespoke experience with Head of Conservation at WYAS, Shirley Jones, will provide you with tailored solutions. Including hands on experience of packaging and cleaning specific to your needs. Lunch and refreshments will be provided

When Abdul Karim, a clerk in his twenties, come to the Queen of England’s court in India in 1887.  He develops a close and sometimes controversial friendship with the aging Queen. Jacket potato lunch included.

Learn a few secrets from Nostell’s kitchen gardener, from growing giant onions to the perfect potatoes. Join Mark in the kitchen garden for his top tips for growing fruit and veg, with seasonal highlights including rhubarb, herbs and summer fruits.

Yellow Leaf Theatre presents a one-woman performance by actor and playwright Vanessa Rosenthal. Rosenthal tells the story of Nina Hamnett, whose celebrated portrait by Roger Fry hangs in the Gallery. ‘Nina: Queen of Bohemia’ brings theatre to the Gallery in this exciting one woman show.

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Speed Dating in Leeds How Speed Dating in Leeds works When you arrive at the speed dating venue for Speed Dating in Leeds, you will be greeted by our friendly professional hosts.

A powerful underground experience based on the story of the Chilean miners who were trapped underground for 69 days. A thrilling dance-theatre and film production at Caphouse Colliery. Thursday 26th & Friday 27th April Performances at 5pm, 6pm, 7.30pm & 8.

Julian Clary will be talking about his fabulously funny Bolds stories and discussing his new book, The Bolds in Trouble. The Bolds live in an ordinary semi-detached house, in an ordinary suburban street, but they are a far from ordinary family!

Brother and sister Martin and Hilda live together, leading a quiet, Christian existence but, just as they are preparing for a housewarming gathering, their peace is shattered by a young trespasser in their garden,......... the adventure begins!

Fun awaits in the Hidden Forest on the last Thursday of each month. Jump, laugh, make, sing and play beneath the trees in our outdoor space especially for our youngest visitors. – This event is suitable for wheelchair users and pushchairs – Children must be accompanied by an adult

Enjoy an hour’s walk around Nostell’s picturesque parkland. Get some free exercise with a gentle stroll around the park led by our experienced walk leader. Join the group of regular walkers to take in the changing seasons and enjoy a cuppa in the cafe each week. Booking Not Needed. Children welcome.

Shonen Knife. Artists performing: Shonen Knife.: Tickets avaiable.

Skindred. Artists performing: Skindred.: Tickets avaiable.

The final event of the program – to review the past 12 months of Society business

Enjoy an hour’s walk around Nostell’s picturesque parkland. Get some free exercise with a gentle stroll around the park led by our experienced walk leader. Join the group of regular walkers to take in the changing seasons and enjoy a cuppa in the cafe each week. Booking Not Needed. Children welcome.

The Slow Readers Club. Artists performing: Slow Readers Club.

The 2015 Grand Shield winner, Rothwell Temperance Band, was formed in 1984, quickly making a name for itself at the big contests winning the 2006 International Masters, qualifying for the National Finals in 2008 and winning the 2009 Grand Shield and Yorkshire Area Championship.

Farsley Farmers Market is a free, Community event which runs all year round on 4th Saturday of the month, in St Johns Hall & Grounds. Find stalls Outdoors and Indoors plus activities, refreshments and toilets. Resident inside is FriendsofStJohn’s Book Sale and St John’s Kitchen. Sat.

In the sleepy village of Marchfield the local Amateur Dramatic Society are busy rehearsing for their next show - a murder mystery. Little do they know but as the rehearsals proceed over the next five days, life begins to imitate art and a tragic ending becomes inevitable...?

Leeds Vintage Furniture and Home Fair: Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 April 2018. The Finishing Room, Sunny Bank Mills, Farsley, Leeds, LS28 5UJ. More than 30 stalls of vintage devoted to the home, all set within a disused mill space, which is due to be demolished later this year.

Bringing together a variety of historic commercial vehicles, classic and vintage cars and plenty more. There’s a good range of Real Ales in the Steam Inn on site, and entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights, with a road run around the village for all exhibitors and public on Saturday evening.

See the spectacular sea of bluebells at Hardcastle Crags, we guarantee to show you some of the best displays you’ll see this spring. This wonderful 5 mile amble will takes us through the bluebell displays in Hardcastle Crags and the lower Crimsworth Valleys.

Gary Delaney ’The undisputed master of the one-liner genre’ – The Guardian As seen on ’Mock The Week’, Dave’s ‘One Night Stand’, ‘Celebrity Mastermind’, ‘The Stand Up Show’, Comedy Central’s ‘Comedy Blue’ and Radio 5’s ’7 Day Sunday’, he received a slew of 4 and 5 star

Join in this free weekly 5km timed run through the parkland, which is open to everyone, free, safe and easy to take part in. People of every ability are encouraged to get involved; from those taking their first steps in running to Olympians; from juniors to those with more experience; all are welcome.

Inviting all musicians to join the conversation with world renowned tabla maestro Pandit Yogesh Samsi. Learn about the tabla, both as a solo and as an accompanying instrument. Listen carefully to its technical intricacies and the many different styles.

Cycle from Bradford across the rolling Yorkshire landscape to raise money for Martin House Hospice Care for Children and Young People. Choose from three routes – 64 miles, 48 miles or a family-friendly 17-mile route. There’s a free goody bag for everyone who raises more than £50 in sponsorship.

The Inner Vision Orchestra is the UK’s only ensemble of blind and visually impaired musicians. Founded in 2012 by Indian Music Maestro Baluji Shrivastav OBE, its aim is to promote blind and visually impaired artists, and to address their absence in the British music scene.

It’s our 29th Annual Northern Racing College Day! This is a unique day in the racing calendar when bookmakers come together to offer their support to the Northern Racing College by sponsoring some of the exciting races on the card.

This workshop and discussion explores the letters of Yorkshire antiquarian, author and musician William Thomas Freemantle and his remarkable curiosity for music and local history. The collection of William Thomas Freemantle (1849-1931) came into the possession of Lord Brotherton in 1928.

Thomas Chippendale inspired countless designers and craftspeople to copy his styles, techniques and trademark quality. Be part of the #Chipster generation in 2018 by joining in creative workshops to make your own masterpieces.

Join us in 2018 as we celebrate 300 years since the birth of Thomas Chippendale, one of the most influential English designers in history.

Join in fortnightly stories, crafts and outdoor activities with your mini adventurers, especially for under 5s. Each session we’ve different activities themed around a story book, from planting seeds like Mr McGregor and going on a bear hunt to making mud pies like Superworm.

Visit this brand new exhibition to discover how Thomas Chippendale made his name: from the publication of his pattern book of furniture designs to masterminding entire rooms in the latest 18th century fashions for Rowland Winn at Nostell.

Enjoy an hour’s walk around Nostell’s picturesque parkland. Get some free exercise with a gentle stroll around the park led by our experienced walk leader. Join the group of regular walkers to take in the changing seasons and enjoy a cuppa in the cafe each week. Booking Not Needed. Children welcome.

Inspirational speaker Tricia Stewart, the originator and driving force behind the alternative WI Calendar that took the world by storm, will be Kirkwood’s guest at our Ladies’ Evening on 3rd May.

Friends of Pudsey Roller present... Amazing Railways and their Trains A Pie & Pea Supper with a series of short films providing a perfect plethora of unusual, odd, curious, quirky, strange and fascinating railway operations from around the world – selected and presented by Derek Rayner.

This workshop is for those who are new to archives. An absolute beginner’s introduction to historic archive collections, what they are, what they can tell us and how you can use them.

For adults only, explore the house after hours with the help of artists, musicians and makers. At four evening openings through the year, enjoy a pop-up bar from Wakefield Beer Exchange, artisan food and a range of music, poetry and artist-led demos and activities.

Enjoy an hour’s walk around Nostell’s picturesque parkland. Get some free exercise with a gentle stroll around the park led by our experienced walk leader. Join the group of regular walkers to take in the changing seasons and enjoy a cuppa in the cafe each week. Booking Not Needed. Children welcome.

Heather Small - The Voice of M People. Artists performing: Heather Small.: Tickets avaiable.

Come along and explore this beautiful medieval church with guided tours available and a chance to try bell ringing. See the early 19th century Benedictine nuns’ graves, village stocks and Tudor Almshouse close by. Refreshments available in the cafe.

From renowned children’s theatre company tutti frutti, Keepy Uppy tells an extraordinary tale of love, devotion, family and the power of team spirit, set in the world of football.

Ivan Brackenbury As seen on Hospital People and 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Described by Chris Evans as ’a comedy genius’, Spirit Of The Fringe Award and If.comedy Best Show Award nominee.

Get inspired watching the Tour de Yorkshire get underway from Halifax, right next door to Eureka! on 6 May. Get stuck in with loads of outdoor activities; including climbing wall and mountain biking.

Thumbelina dances and Thumbelina sings,Thumbelina finds trouble in all sorts of things.She makes her choices, ignores the wisest voicesLanding slap bang in the middle of strife,Leading to a topsy turvy life!

Join a family-friendly guided night-time walk through the gardens, spotting our furry friends and all sorts of nocturnal residents including frogs and owls. At Nostell, we’ve hundreds of bats roosting in the trees and buildings around the grounds and many other species that come out at night.

An action-packed themed weekend about the outlaw and insurgent who robbed the rich to give to the poor.

Join in this free weekly 5km timed run through the parkland, which is open to everyone, free, safe and easy to take part in. People of every ability are encouraged to get involved; from those taking their first steps in running to Olympians; from juniors to those with more experience; all are welcome.

Join us in our monthly Life Drawing class with Gallery favourite and experienced artist and tutor, Rob Oldfield. This workshop is open to everyone, from newcomers who want to take up a hobby through to experienced artists looking to hone their sketching skills.

A 20 mile circular walk set in Bronte Country following bridleways around the Haworth area. The countryside varies from woodland to open moorland and passes some fine examples of industrial architecture. 2018 sees the 27th year of this fantastic walk.

Would you like to experience the morning ritual of opening up this 400 year old house' Join us for a true behind the scenes look. This experience would make the perfect gift.

Fabulous craft & gift fair with free entry for all, café and around 18 stalls

acre plantswoman’s hidden oasis. A wrap around garden of differing levels made by owners using stone found on site, planted for yr-round interest. Extensive rockery, unusual fruit tree arbour, oriental style seating area and Tea House, linked by grass paths, lawns and steps.

A fabulous day for all of the family, both 2 legs and 4 legs!! With lots of stalls and charity stands, fair rides and bouncy castles, food outlets and displays, and a Fun Dog Show. Come along and join our party, and show your pooches just how much they mean to you.

Join the weekly junior parkrun, a timed 2km run for children aged 4 - 14. It’s open to all, free, safe and easy to take part in - what are you waiting for' Starting from the Stables the 2km course takes you up to Obelisk Lodge and back through Nostell’s woodland and rolling parkland.

We are delighted to announce that The Gin Fayre is coming to the Town Hall, Wetherby for the first time ever! The Gin Fayre brings you a wide variety of gins from across Scotland, the rest of the UK and indeed, the rest of the world under one roof.

Fancy getting into cycling but want a gentle start' Join ride leaders from Wakefield District Cycle Forum for an easy bike ride exploring the parkland and beyond the Nostell estate. These short rides are ideal for beginners, families and those wanting to build their confidence.

John Proctor and Son are Proud to present the Wakefield May Day Gala 2018!!! The annual Wakefield May Day Gala is FREE entry and is a well established event which attracts large crowds every year. If you have already had the pleasure of attending this event we do hope that you will be able to join us again.

Bingley Walkers Are Welcome are hosting the 2nd Bingley Walking Festival. Following on from last year’s very successful inaugural event, this year’s festival will take place on Monday, 7th May 2018.

Display on the Theme - Pictures in the Post - by Judith and Stephen Holder RDP, FRPSL

Join us for May’s Tuesday Treasure as we delve into the fascinating history of the Leeds School of Medicine. This month we are showcasing some of the treasures in our medical collections. Explore a range of archival material, from the School’s administrative archive to its Health Visitor training course.

Join the Nordic walking group every Tuesday for some exercise in the parkland to boost your fitness and your mood! Using the poles, you can tone the upper and lower body at the same time and burn nearly twice as many calories than ordinary walking.

Hepworth Players present "Cheshire Cats" by Gail Young. Published in July 2011, this play follows the girls’ emotional journey as they aim to speedwalk their way to fund raising success in the London Moonwalk while also enjoying a girly weekend away in the capital.

Moira Spencer in watercolour

Scott Matthews + Ady Johnson. Artists performing: Scott Matthews.: Tickets avaiable.

A basic introduction into researching the history of your house. Suitable for absolute beginners, this workshop will guide you in finding more about the story of your home and the names of people who lived there.

Monday 12 March - Saturday 16 June 2018 Explore an overlooked area of the poet and playwright, Tony Harrison’s work. Tony Harrison is Britain’s leading poet-playwright. Over 50 years, he has been responsible for major innovations in theatrical practice.

Rachel Platonov, from the University of Manchester, will be giving a talk on the history of the circus to celebrate Circus250. There will also be the opportunity to see our Circus250 exhibition, telling the story of the circus in West Yorkshire.

With Michael Legge Steve Bugeja Anth Young Rob Riley

Sat 12th May - Lightcliffe Academy Sports Centre - Doors Open 13:15 – 15:15 35+ stalls selling excellent condition baby and children’s goods at bargain prices. Well-known brands at a fraction of high street prices. Everything imaginable for your little ones.

’The Stalls’ enters its fourth year of hosting its outdoor Makers Market on the grounds of Arts@Trinity Church, on Boar Lane in Leeds city centre. Our aim is to provide a platform for talented designers and makers (new, emerging and established) to showcase and sell their wares.

Yorkshire Vintage Fairs are coming back to Hebden Bridge.? We have the Fabulous Miss Dani G with her soulful melodies, a cocktail bar, and?so many amazing vintage dealers from all over Yorkshire and Lancashire. Weather permitting we will have the stunning Swing Kids dancing Lindy hop in the courtyard.

Concert begins at 7.30pm Orchestra of Opera North Leeds Festival Chorus Leeds Philharmonic Chorus Opera North Children’s Chorus Simon Wright - conductor Rachel Kelly - mezzo soprano David Butt Philip - tenor David Soar - baritone Ashley Riches - bass Berlioz - The Damnation of Faust "This...

Recycling crafts for all the family! Join fairandfunky at the gallery for a monthly SCRAPtastic session on the second Saturday of the month, starting in April 2018! Suitable for children aged 3-12 years. Parents are expected to stay with their children as they craft.

Explore Nostell’s flora, fauna and history in this 2.5 mile guided walk across the parkland. Our knowledgeable guides will share the history and geography of the estate, from the original Augustinian priory to the architecture that you can see today including Druid’s Bridge and Robert Adam’s Obelisk...

This is our yearly v e dance We run a fantastic day of dance and high tea All 1940s music All 1940s dances We play ballroom and Latin dancing Also sequence, 40s jive with a high teas The floor is large ,the car park also This is a great venue with new entrance , D j playing all your 40s music Come

Enjoy the sounds of the clarinet, flute and piano with the Aire Ensemble and relax to the recorder and harp with Duo Deltono. Free Entry. Closing Collection. Refreshments at the close.

10k is a great step up from our 5k events. Up the challenge and take part in a Race for Life 10k event. Walk, jog or run. Raise valuable funds for research. THIS IS BEATING CANCER.

This is a 5k suitable for all abilities. This is thousands of women uniting with one purpose. Walk, jog or run. Raise valuable funds for research. THIS IS BEATING CANCER.

Partly walled 2½ acre garden of demolished C18 House, renovated by the present owners. Rocky paths and Japanese style planting lead to lawns and lovely S-facing views. Alpine ravine planted with ferns and fine trees give structure to the developing woodland area.

A chance for kids to be kids at the UK’s leading interactive museum for children as they celebrate this national day dedicated to children.

The King Is Back - Ben Portsmouth is Elvis!. Artists performing: Ben Portsmouth is Elvis!.: Tickets avaiable.

Celebrate the beauty of spring at YSP with a family art walk in the woods. Guided by Natalie Bellingham of Uncanny Theatre, we’ll discover sculptures and nature, collecting objects we find along the way to create our own art.

With Michael Legge Steve Bugeja Daisy Earl Martin Mor

Join in fortnightly stories, crafts and outdoor activities with your mini adventurers, especially for under 5s. Each session we’ve different activities themed around a story book, from planting seeds like Mr McGregor and going on a bear hunt to making mud pies like Superworm.

Stiles and Drew’s musical Adventure based on the story of Peter Pan - the boy who never grew up. Based on the timeless story, this beautiful adaptation is full of magic. Haunting music, Fearless flying and Swashbuckling Pirates. Come and join in the fun

Drop-in 10am - 5pm, Free Look out for our Explore & Draw stations in the galleries. Borrow looking tools, handling objects and drawing materials to explore the galleries and create your own artworks. For more information visit our website.

Chali 2Na & Krafty Kuts. Artists performing: Chali 2Na.: Tickets avaiable.

Delightful but steep walks with long distance views take you up through the woodland which shelters this seven acre garden. Although nearly 1000ft above sea level and adjacent to a grouse moor, many unusual trees and shrubs grow here. Spring is the showiest time for this garden with its magnolias and rhododendrons.

Learn all about the Winn family’s love of horses and the hidden areas of the stable block that visitors don’t normally see.

Anthony Barrow charcoal/acrylic portrait

From The Jam "That's Entertainment" - The Acoustic Tour + Steve Cradock. Artists performing: From The Jam, Steve Cradock.: Tickets avaiable.

Journey into the lakes and woodlands with Whispering Woods as they present a magical outdoor promenade performance that explores universal themes and celebrates the journey through life, performed amongst the ancient trees at YSP.

Aimed at beginners with little or no experience. Using documents from the archives we will explore the quirks of 17th and 18th century handwriting. You will learn how to read and transcribe documents through numerous stunning examples and hands on practice.

Former World Snooker Champion Dennis Taylor will be our guest at the inaugural Kirkwood Hospice Sportsman’s Dinner next May. One of snooker’s real entertainers, Dennis Taylor will bring his trademark sense of humour to an unforgettable evening of sporting entertainment.

Come along to our coffee morning and Book Sale. Quality books all 50p each.

Residents of Leeds and beyond are cordially invited to attend the live streaming of Harry and Meghan’s big day at Curve on Saturday, May 19th!

The Bradford 5k takes a route around Lister Park and past Cartwright Hall. Following the paths and roads within the park. The course has a few inclines and hills, and has an amazing atmosphere.

24 artists in a six mile radius of Wetherby will be opening their studios over two weekends in May. 19th and 20th May and 26th, 27th and 28th May 10 – 5 pm. Exhibitors will demonstrate a variety of mediums, including original art, print making, ceramics, photography, paper making, jewellery and hand blown glass.

Guided Walks. Large photographs of the Luddenden area in days gone by. Display of memorabilia. Light refreshments and lunch. Pick and mix morning and afternoon activities. £5 morning or afternoon. £8 full day. Parking available at the village carpark on Luddenden Lane HX26NN

Have you dreamed of owning a house in France? Don’t miss The French Property Exhibition in Wetherby, Yorkshire; a one-stop shop for anyone considering buying a property in France. It is the perfect place to go for information and inspiration, and visitors will be surprised at how affordable it can be.

See a collection of coins from a snap shot in time. What was more expensive, a bible or a cow' Pay a visit to the coin collection to discover the answer. This wonderful collection, which spans the years 1485 - 1901 (the reigns of Henry VII to Queen Victoria), is brought to life for one day.

Concert begins at 7.30pm Dresden Philharmonic Orchestra Michael Sanderling - conductor Jennifer Pike - violin Weber - Overture: Euryanthe Tchaikovsky - Violin Concerto Beethoven - Symphony No 5 "Music is a higher revelation than all wisdom and philosophy" Beethoven Pre-concert talk at 6.

Halifax Sailing Club - Push the Boat Out Halifax Sailing Club invites you and your family to try out sailing or windsurfing for free at our club open day. On Sunday May 20th 2018 the club will be providing free taster sessions as part of the RYA’s national Push the Boat Out campaign.

Sunday 20th May. Train rides for all the family. Miniature trains running at Marley sports field approx.13:30 until approx. 17:00. Steam and electric trains providing trips for all ages. Great family afternoon out. Refreshments available.

This Spring will once again see the return of our annual Cyclothon. With three routes to choose from (31, 60 and 100 miles) there’s a challenge for everyone! Each route will begin and end at the event hub in Pontefract Park with the cycle itself beginning at 9am.

A wonderful day out with 70 holistic well being stalls, psychic & card readers, ethical and fair trade stalls, crystals, jewellery, hand crafted goods, artists and much more!

Come and visit our annual Plant & Cake sale. Bedding, perennials & rockery plants. Fruit plants and vegetable seedlings. Some sourced from professional growers, some local donations. All good quality. Lots of expert advice available.

acre contemporary country garden at 1000ft in the Pennines. Steeply sloping site with far-reaching views over the Colne Valley and out towards the Peak District. Gravel paths lead between mixed borders on many levels. Naturalistic planting for year round colour, with interesting plants.

Two internet dwelling, insecure nerds standing under the spotlight to give the people what they want: an epic interactive experience of rants, roasts, battles, stories ... and surprises that will make you laugh, cry, cringe and puts the audience in control unlike anything before!

Bingley Little Theatre present Noel Coward’s comedy "Nude With Violin" where the death of a world famous artist brings a mixed crowd of relatives, a business manager and a whole range of extraordinary characters to his flat for the reading of the will. Reputations are arranged and rearranged during the evening.

COUSTEAUX (formerly COUSTEAU) + Special Guests. Artists performing: Cousteau.: Tickets avaiable.

Gus Dapperton. Artists performing: Gus Dapperton.: Tickets avaiable.

A talk by Romani academic Dr Ken Lee on the incredible life of Esmeralda Lock. A Romani woman, a forced marriage, a trophy bride, a seducer, adulteress and divorcee, a re-marriage, a separation, widowhood, an old age of poverty and a lonely death.

Society Annual General Meeting - Display from Society Archives

Harlem Globetrotters. Artists performing: Harlem Globetrotters.: Tickets avaiable.

An intriguing 6 acre upland garden within a sheltered valley, created entirely by the present owner over a period of 40 years. In that time the valley has been planted with 20,000 trees by friends, neighbours and myself, which has encouraged a habitat rich in bird and wildlife.

Photographer and researcher Michael C Coldwell shares his work hunting down and re-photographing the locations of some of the strangest images hidden in the Godfrey Bingley archive.

New to using archives or stuck on a piece of research? Book a 45 minute slot where you will receive one-to-one guidance from one of our professional Archive team to help guide you through using our fascinating collections.

2018 We are here ! From breath taking stunts, laugh out loud comedy to beautiful artistry, the Paulos family have created a show to give you and your family ever lasting memories. The quality goes in before our name goes on. Paulos Circus 2018 Creating Memories Tour, coming to your town soon !

New to using archives or stuck on a piece of research? Book a 45 minute slot where you will receive one-to-one guidance from one of our professional Archive team to help guide you through using our fascinating collections.

Model in costume

REEF/ THE WILDHEARTS / TERRORVISION THE BRITROCK MUST BE DESTROYED TOUR. Artists performing: Terrorvision, The Wildhearts, Reef.: Tickets avaiable.

The Christians and Hue & Cry: Tickets avaiable.

Combining superb musicianship, the latest technology and a blazing light show, What the Floyd recreate the sounds of the legendary Pink Floyd. The band prides itself on meticulous attention to sonic detail and breathtaking, energetic performances. See more info at whatthefloyd.com

This is 80s Night like never before! BELINDA CARLISE once said "PONTEFRACT IS A PLACE ON EARTH" and she will be joining us for some exciting evening of racing before performing some of her greatest hits!

More than ‘just another food festival’, The Great British Food Festival combines the nation’s love of great food and drink with some of the country’s most treasured locations, providing a unique opportunity to explore new flavours and beautiful venues, all at the same time!

Nine Below Zero “Live at the Marquee” Tour. Artists performing: Nine Below Zero.: Tickets avaiable.

24 artists in a six mile radius of Wetherby will be opening their studios over two weekends in May. 19th and 20th May and 26th, 27th and 28th May 10 – 5 pm.

Have fun planting your own seeds and watching them grow. Roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty planting seeds with help from our volunteers. You can take your pot home to care for and watch as your seeds grow into something tasty to eat.

Your favourite superheroes will be flying in to bring daring tales of adventure to life. Be inspired to create your own superhero escapade and everyone dressed as their favourite Superhero gets a discount!

The Caphouse Coal Race is a traditional coal-carrying race event held this year on Saturday 26th May for Men, Women and Children. Men carry 50kg of coal, women 20kg, youths10kg and children 5kg in weight.

Once again you can help raise funds to keep the village blooming.This plant sales is held each year in the car park.

The Beat Starring Dave Wakeling. Artists performing: The Beat starring Dave Wakeling.: Tickets avaiable.

Musicals Rock! takes you on a journey through the highlights of some of the world’s most-loved musicals. As the rock world comes crashing into stage musicals the result is wonderful, spectacular and sometimes off the wall. Featuring music from Mamma Mia!

Charity car boot sale on Sunday 27th May 2018. Held every last Sunday in the month, May to August. has been running for ten years very successfully. Phone 01484 684924. Booking advisable. Hot food and drinks available. Toilet facilities. Disabled parking. Stall holders to arrive 10.30am and buyers 10.45am.

Alexander O’Neal, Aswad, Omar, Gwen Dickey (Rose Royce), Janet Kay, Gappy Ranks, Carl Mcintosh (Loose Ends), Carroll Thompson and many more announced to perform at the Love 4 Music Festival in Huddersfield, May 2018!

Historic picturesque 3½ acre Wharfedale garden with beech avenue, mature rhododendrons and azaleas. Gravel path from terrace leads to attractive water garden with canals set amongst woodland plantings. Walled kitchen garden and flower garden. Specialist nurseries.

Set your alarm clocks and join our local bird expert on an unmissable 4 mile walk to witness nature waking up. This guided walk takes us through the woodland to hear the sound of our feathered friends waking and joining together for an outstanding orchestral performance.

In a very cold, grey town, not too far from here, hidden behind a crumbling wall and a thousand signs which say ‘KEEP OUT’, lives...the Selfish Giant. So selfish he shut away garden where the children used to play and cursed the town to never ending winter. Or so the story goes...

Join ride leaders from Wakefield District Cycle Forum for an easy bike ride exploring the parkland and beyond the Nostell estate. Following an experienced leader, you’ll meet new people, discover new cycle routes and explore the countryside.

Family friendly, make and take craft activities inspired by our Circus 250 exhibition.

Immerse yourself in an imaginative world of sculpture making. Work and play together to build sculptures inspired by artists in the park. Stack, balance, join, arrange. Always outdoors, Come Rain, Come Shine is about playful making in the fresh air.

Self portrait

TICKETS: £12.50 Join Europe’s Best BeeGees Tribute Band for a night to remember. Full Tribute Show & performance from Luke Flear followed by a Disco. Fancy dress welcome. DOORS OPEN: 7pm - 11:30pm - Limited Seating Available. Licenced Bar & Bar Snacks Available. (Bar open until 11:15pm).

Aimed at beginners with little or no experience. Using documents from the archives we will explore the quirks of 17th and 18th century handwriting. You will learn how to read and transcribe documents through numerous stunning examples and hands on practice.

The Districts + Special Guests. Artists performing: The Districts.: Tickets avaiable.

The Doors Alive ( 50th Anniversary of The Doors tour of England ) + Special Guests. Artists performing: The Doors Alive.: Tickets avaiable.

A family market to sell baby/children’s items. Prams, maternity items, clothes, shoes, toys, books, highchairs and so much more.. Come and see what bargains you can find!

Written and illustrated by Charlotte Middleton and adapted for the stage by Claire Alizon Hills, Topsy Turvy Theatre, the company who brought you Ruby Flew Too! and Isabel’s Well, proudly present the charming Christopher Nibble in a tale of dandelion daring-do!

Race for Life Pretty Muddy Kids is our brilliant muddy obstacle course just for the little ones. They can take on the obstacles, crawl through the mud pit and have fun with friends, all the while helping raise valuable funds for BEATING CANCER.

Race for Life Pretty Muddy is our brilliant 5k muddy obstacle course. Scramble over the A-frame. Crawl through the mud pit. Have fun with your friends. And raise valuable funds for BEATING CANCER.

Lace up your trainers and prepare to take on the Race for Life Half Marathon. We will be there to support you every step of the way. So take up the challenge and together we’ll BEAT CANCER.

This is a 5k suitable for all abilities. This is thousands of women uniting with one purpose. Walk, jog or run. Raise valuable funds for research. THIS IS BEATING CANCER.

An intimate 1 acre garden with steps and paths leading down to a large pond with an island, mallards and wild geese also greylags. Many varieties of Primula, candelabra and florindae and Dactylorrhiza majalis which have seeded into the lower lawn around a small pond with stream; azaleas and rhododendrons.

10k is a great step up from our 5k events. Up the challenge and take part in a Race for Life 10k event. Walk, jog or run. Raise valuable funds for research. THIS IS BEATING CANCER.

Overlooking a secluded valley, garden incl large herbaceous borders containing over 3000 varieties of perennials, shrubs and trees, many of which are unusual and drought tolerant. Ornamental pond, vegetable garden and walled terraces leading to wild flower meadow, small woodland, bog garden and wildlife lakes.

The world’s most famous brass band returns to Leeds Town Hall for a Gala Concert. Featuring the Black Dyke Band, and their star soloists plus our special guests The Yorkshire Youth Band.

A fantastic fundraising day out for dogs and their owners! Doggy Dash For Life Huddersfield is a sponsored 3.5 km run (or jog or walk) around the beautiful surroundings of Beaumont Park in Huddersfield.

As part of the bicentenary of the death of Humphry Repton, the landscape gardener, Dr Patrick Eyres will talk about Repton’s work in Yorkshire. There will be chance to see Repton’s Red Book for Oulton Hall that is in the WYAS collection.

An introduction to caring for photographs and archive documents. You will learn the basics on storage, handling, care, packaging, advice on materials to use, and sources of more information. Can bring in own photographs or archives for advice/discussion.

Mamma Mia! Kirkwood Hospice are very excited to announce their brand new ABBA meets the 70s Tribute Night for 2018. Do you fancy yourself as the next Dancing Queen? Then why not Take a Chance on us and join us at the Huddersfield YMCA, on Friday 8th June 2018.

Sex Pissed Dolls. Artists performing: The Sex Pissed Dolls.: Tickets avaiable.

Würth Philharmonic Orchestra Stamatia Karampini - conductor Maxim Vengerov - violin Maxim Vengerov - conductor * Strauss - Overture: Die Fledermaus Bruch - Violin Concerto Saint-Saëns - Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso Shostakovich - Symphony No 10 *

SUN 10TH JUNE 2018 – Lightcliffe Academy Sports Centre - Doors Open 13:15 – 15:15 35+ Stalls selling excellent condition baby and children’s goods at bargain prices. Well-known brands at a fraction of high street prices. Everything imaginable for your little ones.

We’re lucky enough to have some fantastic sporting action on our doorstep in West Yorkshire. Not only do we have racing here in Pontefract, we have some world class Rugby League teams: Castleford Tigers, Wakefield Trinity Wildcats, Huddersfield Giants and Featherstone Rovers.

Belly. Artists performing: Belly.: Tickets avaiable.

Hidden from view is an unexpected, established garden with a mature collection of unusual trees and shrubs under planted with perennials and meadow. Narrow paths lead to a cutting garden, vegetables, fruit and orchard trees. Refreshments available at Roundhay Park and Tropical World.

Beach scene and picture for homework

The contents of the studio of internationally exhibited artist Marie Walker Last who died aged 100 last year. In her honour we are holding a Studio Sale and Exhibition in beloved her Manor House Gallery Ilkley, where she exhibited several times in her lifetime.

A basic introduction into researching the history of your house and family. Suitable for absolute beginners, this workshop will guide you in finding more about the story of your home and your ancestors.

Holmfirth exhibition

Race for Life Pretty Muddy Kids is our brilliant muddy obstacle course just for the little ones. They can take on the obstacles, crawl through the mud pit and have fun with friends, all the while helping raise valuable funds for BEATING CANCER.

Race for Life Pretty Muddy is our brilliant 5k muddy obstacle course. Scramble over the A-frame. Crawl through the mud pit. Have fun with your friends. And raise valuable funds for BEATING CANCER.

130 stalls each day, 15 world food caterers, free samples, all day live inspirational cookery demos, informative talks and workshops, yoga classes, live entertainment and music, children’s activities, bars and more!

Punx Against Cancer: Tickets avaiable.

Let's Rock Leeds: Tickets avaiable.

Discover Leeds’ hidden gems this summer and raise funds for The Royal British Legion. Poppy Walk is coming to City Square on 17th June and will be the perfect way to discover the past and present of this historic city.

Join Pontefract’s 10k road race, and go the extra-mile to show you care! Whether you’re an experienced runner or you’re just starting out, put on your running shoes, grab your family and friends and give it your all to cross the finish line – all in support of The Prince of Wales Hospice.

Hedges and green oak gates enclose acre sloping garden, generously planted by nursery owners over 20yrs. A beautiful mix of late summer perennials and grasses. Winding paths and plenty of seats incl a romantic tulip arbour. Garden open Wed-Sun from June. Plants for sale in nursery.

Victoria Hall will be host to Saltaire’s first Holistic Health Fair on Sunday 17th June 2018. Celebrating the wellbeing of Mind, Body & Spirit, there will be over 50 exhibitors, and a timetable of free yoga classes, talks and workshops to attend.

This is a 5k suitable for all abilities. This is thousands of women uniting with one purpose. Walk, jog or run. Raise valuable funds for research. THIS IS BEATING CANCER. Enter now

A new display in The Community Art Space. Showcasing Calligraphy work by Tom, a former mining surveyor from the North East, was fascinated by the lettering used by surveyors on mining plans.

10k is a great step up from our 5k events. Up the challenge and take part in a Race for Life 10k event. Walk, jog or run. Raise valuable funds for research. THIS IS BEATING CANCER.

This is a 5k suitable for all abilities. This is thousands of women uniting with one purpose. Walk, jog or run. Raise valuable funds for research. THIS IS BEATING CANCER.

19 April - 28 July 2018 An exhibition celebrating the ten year anniversary of The Stanley & Audrey Burton Gallery From the quiet philanthropy of the Burton Family to the incisive vision of its Keeper, Dr Hilary Diaper, this exhibition celebrates the remarkable efforts to create a public space for the University

Special offer - 2 for 1 on any seat any day! Simply call the box office – 020 3375 3970 and quote ’Juggler’ to receive the deal.

SAA-uk and Leeds College of Music join forces to bring you recitals, talks and world class music on this 2018 Summer Solstice. International artists like Dr.

Under a star studded big top a vibrant band of international acrobats and musicians invite you to share in their circus spectacle, NOW OR NEVER. In this haven of fun, the circus artists invite young and old to leave their differences outside the tent, to dream and simply enjoy being together.

New to using archives or stuck on a piece of research? Book a 45 minute slot where you will receive one-to one guidance from our professional Archive team to help guide you through using our fascinating collections.

Demonstration

New to using archives or stuck on a piece of research? Book a 45 minute slot where you will receive one-to one guidance from our professional Archive team to help guide you through using our fascinating collections.

Letz Zep. Artists performing: Letz Zep.: Tickets avaiable.

Join us for a night to remember as we lace up to walk in memory of a loved one. Starting at the University of Huddersfield, we’ll be ramping up the fun in 2018, with live performances and entertainment from Pulse radio starting at 9.30pm.

Two-Day event: Sat 23 & Sun 24 June 2018: 40+ stalls of genuine vintage loveliness for you and your home including vintage fashion, such as 1940’s tea dresses, 1950’s frocks, jewellery, accessories, furniture, homewares, vintage vinyl, toys, books, kitchenalia and collectables, all from the 1920’s to the 1980’s….

Sat 23rd June - Victoria Hall, Hard Ings Road, Keighley, BD21 3JN - Doors Open 13:15 – 15:15 Over 30 stalls selling excellent condition baby and children’s goods at bargain prices. Well-known brands at a fraction of high street prices. Everything imaginable for your little ones.

Yorkshire Philharmonic Choir presents its 2018 Summer Concert in the striking surroundings of Wakefield Cathedral. The Concert will feature 2 ’secular’ cantatas. Firstly the unique yet ever popular Carmina Burana by Carl Orff.

Free fun day for the area,stalls,punch and Judy,bouncy castle,many more attractions.

Join us for our first Walk for Parkinson’s event in the Calder Valley. Choose from the short route (8 miles) or the long route (approx. 15 miles) We meet at Mytholmroyd Community Centre before travelling by coach to Hollingworth Lake.

Join us for Striding for Survival in the beautiful grounds of Crow Nest Park, Dewsbury! This is a great opportunity for you to come together with friends and family to help raise more awareness and funds for pancreatic cancer.

Come racing with us today and enjoy whippet racing before the first race! And the first 500 people wearing a flat cap will also be able to pick up either a free Racecard, drinks voucher or betting voucher! totepool will be sponsoring 7 high class, competitive races including the Listed totepool.

Flight of the Conchords. Artists performing: Flight of the Conchords.: Tickets avaiable.

Rufus Wainwright. Artists performing: Rufus Wainwright.: Tickets avaiable.

A spoof of the turmoil that afflicted the movie industry in the late 1920s when movies went from silent to sound. When two silent movie stars’, Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont, latest movie is made into a musical a chorus girl is brought in to dub Lina’s speaking and singing.

Are you looking for some expert help conserving your personal archive? This bespoke experience with Head of Conservation at WYAS, Shirley Jones, will provide you with tailored solutions. Including hands on experience of packaging and cleaning specific to your needs. Lunch and refreshments will be provided.

Brighouse Basin

Finish homework from 14 June

DAMIAN "JR. GONG" MARLEY Plus Special Guests. Artists performing: Damian Marley.: Tickets avaiable.

From The Jam. Artists performing: From The Jam.: Tickets avaiable.

Larger-than-life British actor Brian Blessed is known for his hearty, king-sized portrayals on film and television. A giant of a man accompanied by an eloquent wit and booming, operatic voice.?? An evening with Brian Blessed is an experience that nobody should miss.

Jo Caulfield Jo is a regular guest on both Mock The Week and Have I Got News For You. Other recent TV appearances include The John Bishop Show, Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, Never Mind The Buzzcocks, Saturday Night Live, The Comedy Store, The Stand Up Show.

One of the UK’s greatest interpreters of song, award-winning vocalist Clare Teal (BBC Radio 2) – along with her excellent musicians – effortlessly traverses a rich landscape of timeless material.

This is a 5k suitable for all abilities. This is thousands of women uniting with one purpose. Walk, jog or run. Raise valuable funds for research. THIS IS BEATING CANCER.

Bingley Little Theatre present Blackadder Goes Forth by Richard Curtis, the TV comedy classic set in the trenches of the First World War with all the charcaaers from the TV series.

This is a day not to be missed with some brilliant action on the track! This raceday also welcomes our inaugural ‘The Art of Racing Raceday’ – celebrating everything we know and love and The Sport of Kings! We’ll be looking for 7 guest tipsters to each preview one of the races on the day.

Amongst old orchard trees is hidden a restful family suburban garden of acre. Wildlife encouraged by many nesting boxes, ponds, wild flower area, log piles for hedgehogs and flowers to attract butterflies. Secluded summerhouse enclosed by colourful tapestry hedge and architectural planting.

A quality selection of gardens from large to small, all having a different feel to appeal to all tastes. There are cottage gardens, formal bedding displays, vegetable plots, wildlife-friendly gardens and ponds, spectacular herbaceous borders plus a National Garden Scheme show-stopper.

Up to 20 stalls of cool collectables including music, film, pop culture, the quirky and the offbeat. Expect vinyl, CDs, DVDs, comics, vintage toys, books, vintage gadgets and more..... With special guest DJ’s spinning vinyl backing soundtrack in this unique retro venue. Public bar open.

Steep steps access this sloping hillside garden with bold prairie planting melding into the landscape of fields behind. Narrow wood edged paths meander through colourful borders with indigenous wild flowers, plants for shade and roses underplanted with geraniums and herbaceous perennials.

Set high on a Pennine hillside with panoramic views, Honey Head aspires to provide year round interest whilst attempting to be self sufficient in fruit, vegetables, cut flowers and plants.

This is a day not to be missed with some brilliant action on the track featuring the Listed Weatherbys Pipalong Stakes! There’s an impressive role of honour to this race with horses such as Gifted Girl and Red Bloom amongst the previous winners.

Smith art gallery

Have a go at a new subject

Small, mainly sloping, suburban garden packed full of interest. Summer highlights include over 300 varieties of hostas and close plantings of flowering perennials with some rare and unusual plants. Shaded gravel and rock gardens show off acers, ferns and hostas, especially miniature hostas, the nursery specialism.

ROGER DAVIES & HIS BAND No strangers to local audiences, Roger Davies & His Band have recently enjoyed a succession of sold out concerts and are proud to be performing at the 2018 Mirfield Arts Festival. The stage is set for a celebratory show in an ideal venue.

An afternoon bursting with music, song, dance, food and celebration! Come along and show your support for our talented SAA-uk students keeping Indian culture, music and dance alive in Leeds.

After a Series of Pharmacovigilance Conferences around the globe it’s time to announce “12th Global Pharmacovigilance & Clinical Trials Summit” during July 16-17, 2018 Sydney, Australia. In this regards, we take great opportunity to invite you to the prestigious conference.

Charley Crockett. Artists performing: Charley Crockett.: Tickets avaiable.

ARNBURY BEER FESTIVAL The Yarnbury Beer Festival in Horsforth has been held at the rugby club since 2010 and is one of the most popular beer festivals in the Yorskhire. It celebrates over 60 real ales & ciders all sourced from Yorkshire. The family friendly event attracts people from far & wide...

Chapterhouse Theatre Company is proud to present the timeless story of Little Women, based on the classic novel by Louisa May Alcott. Join Chapterhouse as four sisters - Jo, Beth, Meg and Amy - tell the story of their life during the Civil War in America.

Martin Farrar in pen and wash

One fantastic full weekend of Comedy brought to you by Foot of the Barrel. Start your Friday night with Justin Moorhouse, Jack Gleadow and Elliot J Huntley. Finish your Saturday night with Paul Sinha, Harriet Dyer and Anthony J Brown.

Heptonstall church

Once again, it’s time to dust off your Red Shirt and head down to Ponte to enjoy our final evening race meeting of the season.

The Ackworth Steam Rally. Being a popular event for many years, 2017 is arguably going to be the best one yet! Located on Water Tower Field on Ackworth Road, this family event will be catering to everyone’s needs. ??

A jam-packed festival of fun throughout the summer holidays. Experience Fusion – the latest tech takeover of Spark gallery. Explore virtual worlds, code an animated creature and interact with a huge digital waterfall.

Race for Life Pretty Muddy is our brilliant 5k muddy obstacle course. Scramble over the A-frame. Crawl through the mud pit. Have fun with your friends. And raise valuable funds for BEATING CANCER.

Race for Life Pretty Muddy Kids is our brilliant muddy obstacle course just for the little ones. They can take on the obstacles, crawl through the mud pit and have fun with friends, all the while helping raise valuable funds for BEATING CANCER.

Portraits in pairs

Dewsbury’s Annual Canal Festival. Childrens Rides Stalls Owls Boat Trips Bouncy Castles Donkeys Live Music Craft Stalls Food stalls

Set in the stunning grounds of Harewood House, Classic Ibiza starts with a chill-out set where people can enjoy their picnics and a drink, or dance along as the sun fades.

Sundays are extremely special at Pontefract – it truly is a day for the entire family to come together. With a huge range of activities including a funfair, facepainting, circus, free sweets, activity packs, racecards for kids, pony rides, trips to the start of races, a Hunt the Golden Horseshoe competition!

Plant lovers’ small hidden oasis of unusual, tender, exotic and tropical plants in the midst of large housing estate. Trellis and archway festooned with climbers, colourful pots and hanging baskets. Herbaceous perennials, succulents, tree ferns, palms, bananas, pond and a decorative summerhouse.

Amongst old orchard trees is hidden a restful family suburban garden of acre. Wildlife encouraged by many nesting boxes, ponds, wild flower area, log piles for hedgehogs and flowers to attract butterflies. Secluded summerhouse enclosed by colourful tapestry hedge and architectural planting.

Multi level garden with jungle style planting and accents of hot tropical colour. Boardwalks and bark paths. Crown lifted trees create overhead canopy. Walk under mad, huge Gunnera leaves. 2 ponds, walkway over lower pond and raised deck with seating overlooks upper pond.

A whole day dedicated to play – what’s not to love? The Eureka! park will be packed with lots of extra, FREE activities. In partnership with Calderdale Play Service.

An intriguing 6 acre upland garden within a sheltered valley, created entirely by the present owner over a period of 40 years. In that time the valley has been planted with 20,000 trees by friends, neighbours and myself, which has encouraged a habitat rich in bird and wildlife.

Large, rear family garden within a third of an acre plot in quiet conservation area close to R. Aire. Landscaped over past 23 years, featuring late summer perennials, shrubs, pond and shade loving plants. Steps and slopes link lawns and paved terracing. Various seating areas allow viewing from different perspectives.

Ripponden Church/bridge

The Vintage Weekend is a 2 day rally for Veteran, Vintage, Classic, Replica & Kit Cars, Motorcycles, tractors, Commercial and military vehicles. Each day is a different show with different vehicles. The Saturday rally is mostly classic vehicles up to 1997 and Sunday is a rally for older vehicles; anything up to 1976.

That’s right, The Gin Fayre is on tour and we’re coming to a town you! The Gin Fayre brings you a wide variety of gins from across Scotland, the rest of the UK and indeed, the rest of the world under one roof.

The glitz and the glamour of Ladies Day comes to Pontefract! With a free buttonhole and glass of bubbly to the first 500 ladies in the Premier Enclosure, why not try your luck in the Best Dressed Lady Competition where the winner will win a fabulous all inclusive holiday for 2 to the Dominican Republic courtesy of RIU...

Paul Talbot-Greaves in landscape

Overlooking a secluded valley, garden incl large herbaceous borders containing over 3000 varieties of perennials, shrubs and trees, many of which are unusual and drought tolerant. Ornamental pond, vegetable garden and walled terraces leading to wild flower meadow, small woodland, bog garden and wildlife lakes.

Halifax Piece Hall

Slum Village. Artists performing: Slum Village.: Tickets avaiable.

Take a trip down the rabbit hole with Chapterhouse Theatre Company this summer as they present the classic tale of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Join Alice as she stumbles into the magical world of Wonderland and meet a whole host of colourful characters.

Painting heat

Chantel McGregor. Artists performing: Chantel McGregor.: Tickets avaiable.

A whole weekend of vintage, with up to 25 stalls of genuine vintage fashion, homewares, small furniture and collectables from the 1920’s to the 1980’s spread throughout the grounds of this Edwardian country house.

A welcoming, traditional Village Show, held on the Primary School playing field. Traditional marquees with Show Entries of flowers, vegetables, crafts and hobbies. Brass Band, Tea Tent, Bar, Circus Skills, Face Painting, Tombola, Raffle, various commercial and local groups’ stalls. A lovely, rural setting.

Peter Stark - conductor Gershwin - Cuban Overture Bernstein - Three Dance Episodes from On the Town Copland - Lincoln Portrait Dvorak - Symphony No. 9 America! Bernstein Centenary Come together to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the National Children’s Orchestras of Great Britain.

This Family Day is The Sunday Service Raceday! There’ll be zones to offer racegoers the chance to engage with different parts of the industry: Jockey zone – pre register for an ex-jockeys take on how to ride Ponte. Walk the last 6 furlongs at 11.

Hedges and green oak gates enclose acre sloping garden, generously planted by nursery owners over 20yrs. A beautiful mix of late summer perennials and grasses. Winding paths and plenty of seats incl a romantic tulip arbour. Garden open Wed-Sun from June. Plants for sale in nursery.

acre contemporary country garden at 1000ft in the Pennines. Steeply sloping site with far-reaching views over the Colne Valley and out towards the Peak District. Gravel paths lead between mixed borders on many levels. Naturalistic planting for year round colour, with interesting plants.

Infest 2018. Artists performing: Peter Hook and The Light.: Tickets avaiable.

Model in costume

1,000 jigsaw puzzles have been made-up for display and sale. Approximately 200 made-up and upto 200 boxed jigsaws will be displayed at any one time and as soon as an assembled puzzle is sold another will replace it.

Leeds Festival 2018. Artists performing: Fall Out Boy, Kendrick Lamar, Kings of Leon, Post Malone, Wolf Alice, Panic At the Disco, Courteeners, Skepta, Slaves, Don Broco, Travis Scott, The Vaccines, The Kooks, Shame, Billy Talent, Deaf Havana, Milk Teeth, Krept & Konan, Lewis Capaldi, The Horrors, Kate Nash,...

Infest 2018: Tickets avaiable.

Fabulous craft & gift fair with free entry for all, café and around 18 stalls

Fleetwood Bac and Too Petty: Tickets avaiable.

Paw Patrol Live 2018: Tickets avaiable.

Suzi Thompson in dry point

The event takes place the first Saturday in September, there are 100 classes for pigeons, poultry, bantams, waterfowl and eggs and 100 classes in the horticulture section at this show in West Yorkshire.New exhibitors are welcomed from smallholdings and allotments.

Bramble’s small hidden hillside artist’s garden full of colour, texture and newly developed borders includes perennials, ferns, climbers, grasses, topiary and sculptures, lies on the edge of Silsden village. Wildlife encouraged with pond, bird and insect boxes.

David Ramirez. Artists performing: David Ramirez.: Tickets avaiable.

Open evening with exhibition, displays, tombola, stalls, supper provided. Picture of the night competition. Free entry

Definitely Mightbe (A Tribute to Oasis) + Special Guests. Artists performing: Definitely Mightbe.: Tickets avaiable.

The Northern Hot Rod Club is hosting the 4th edition of it’s highly successful Hot Rod & Custom Car Show.

The Southmartins + support. Artists performing: The Southmartins.: Tickets avaiable.

Two day vintage fair during Saltaire Festival: With 40+ stalls of genuine vintage loveliness for you and your home including vintage fashion, such as 1940’s tea dresses, 1950’s frocks, jewellery, accessories, furniture, homewares, vintage vinyl, toys, books, kitchenalia and collectables, all from the

Redemption Festival: Tickets avaiable.

Elvana: Elvis fronted Nirvana. Artists performing: Elvana.: Tickets avaiable.

Afternoon horse racing - a great day out for the whole family with 7 great races with the highlight being the £30,000 EBF Filiies’ Handicap run over 6f. Great Offers available - Buy One Get One Free on tickets and badges purchased up to one month before the date of the meeting.

They Might Be Giants. Artists performing: They Might Be Giants.: Tickets avaiable.

There’ll be a range of friendly farm animals onsite all weekend. Visitors will be able to meet a Llama, cuddle a rabbit, and feed a goat.

Here’s an extract from their website .. "Spirit of Harmony is an amateur male barbershop chorus with over 50 members. We have maintained a top-6 placing in National competition since 2006, making us one of the UK’s leading barbershop groups.

GBH & Conflict: Tickets avaiable.

Afternoon horse racing - a great day out for the whole family with 7 great races with the highlight being the Simon Scrope Dalby Screw-driver Handicap. Great Offers available - Buy One Get One Free on tickets and badges purchased up to one month before the date of the meeting.

Afternoon horse racing - a great day out for the whole family with 7 great races! Great Offers available - Buy One Get One Free on tickets and badges purchased up to one month before the date of the meeting. Book 4 tickets or badges in advance for this meeting and you’ll receive a free Timeform!

London Calling play The Clash 'GIVE 'EM ENOUGH ROPE' 40th Anniversary Tour. Artists performing: London Calling - A tribute to the Clash.: Tickets avaiable.

A spectacular evening of live music, lights and video in honour of one of the greatest bands of all time

The Daniel Wakeford Experience. Artists performing: The Daniel Wakeford Experience .: Tickets avaiable.

Due to overwhelming public demand and having sold out the iconic London Palladium ten months in advance, Hawkwind have announced further UK dates with their brand new concept show ‘In Search of Utopia - Infinity and Beyond’, including a performance at Leeds Town Hall.

It’s time for the creepiest event of the year. Visit Eureka! for a cauldron-full of Halloween fun for the whole family this half term. PLUS last chance to explore the interactive digital exhibition Fusion in the Spark gallery.

Saying Goodbye are an International baby loss support charity (part of the Mariposa Trust. ) Since 2012, 100 services have been held across the UK, France & North America, the services are completely free and open to anyone of any faith or no faith.

The Final day of the 2018 season sees our final Listed Race where the 2yr olds take to the stage in the EBF Silver Tankard Stakes. Have a final catch up with friends made at Pontefract through the season and enjoy a 7 race card.

Calling all ocean lovers! The annual Ocean Film Festival is sweeping towards Leeds with a brand new selection of the world’s most amazing ocean films, from both above and below the surface.

Dressed To Kill. Artists performing: Dressed To Kill.: Tickets avaiable.

Anti-Nowhere League: Tickets avaiable.

Pop in and see Joe Lycett on his brand new stand-up tour, where he’ll be sharing jokes, paintings and some of the pathetic internet trolling he’s been up to recently. As seen on 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown, QI and The Royal Variety Performance. Duration: TBC - approx.

Martin Stephenson & The Daintess. Artists performing: Martin Stephenson.: Tickets avaiable.

Killing Joke + Guests. Artists performing: Killing Joke.: Tickets avaiable.

Big Country. Artists performing: Big Country.: Tickets avaiable.

From The Jam. Artists performing: From The Jam.: Tickets avaiable.

The Quireboys. Artists performing: The Quireboys.: Tickets avaiable.

Culture Club. Artists performing: Culture Club.: Tickets avaiable.

Weekends from 24 November Sat 15 December – Sun 6 January Visit Eureka’s enchanted grotto, meet the friendliest elves in town, and not forgetting the big man in red! Enjoy watching the brand NEW interactive winter show.

UK Subs. Artists performing: UK Subs.: Tickets avaiable.

Blancmange 'Wanderlust' Tour + support. Artists performing: Blancmange.: Tickets avaiable.

New Purple Celebration - The Music of Prince: Tickets avaiable.

Complete Madness and UB40 Experience: Tickets avaiable.

Discharge, Spunk Volcano & The Eruptions and Born To Destruct. Artists performing: Discharge.: Tickets avaiable.

Royal Republic Plus Special Guest. Artists performing: Royal Republic.: Tickets avaiable.